ASPS Plastic Surgery Latest Newshttp://www.plasticsurgery.org/rss/news-rss-feedThe latest news from the American Society of Plastic Surgeonsx32459https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/press-releases/asps-joins-cmss-in-statement-on-racism-in-healthcarewebmaster@plasticsurgery.orgASPS joins CMSS in Statement on Racism in HealthcareThe American Society of Plastic Surgeons and The Plastic Surgery Foundation stand in unity with the Council of Medical Specialty Societies and the 800,000 physicians across 45 medical specialties that deplore the negative impact of racism in our nation and of racial inequities in our healthcare system.Mon, 01 Jun 2020 17:00:00 -0500x32457https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/press-releases/american-society-of-plastic-surgeons-releases-new-guidance-for-resuming-elective-procedures-amid-covid19webmaster@plasticsurgery.orgAmerican Society of Plastic Surgeons Releases New Guidance for Resuming Elective Procedures Amid COVID-19As plastic surgeons prepare to resume elective procedures, ASPS is providing its nearly 8,000 members essential tools and resources, including a comprehensive playbook with enhanced patient and staff safety protocols.Mon, 01 Jun 2020 17:00:00 -0500x32433https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/press-releases/stem-cell-treatments-go-deep-to-regenerate-sun-damaged-skinwebmaster@plasticsurgery.orgStem Cell Treatments 'Go Deep' to Regenerate Sun-Damaged SkinFor a while now, some plastic surgeons have been using stem cells to treat aging, sun-damaged skin. But while they’ve been getting good results, it’s been unclear exactly how these treatments – using adult stem cells harvested from the patient's own body – work to rejuvenate "photoaged" facial skin.Wed, 27 May 2020 17:00:00 -0500x32404https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/press-releases/new-study-evaluates-facial-feminization-outcomes-benefits-for-transgender-womenwebmaster@plasticsurgery.orgNew Study Evaluates Facial Feminization Outcomes, Benefits for Transgender WomenPrevious studies have reported improved quality of life and mental health in transgender women undergoing facial feminization surgery (FFS) surgery to provide a more feminine facial appearance. But there is still limited evidence on these and other benefits of facial gender confirmation surgery.Wed, 27 May 2020 17:00:00 -0500x32400https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/press-releases/how-your-race-age-and-income-motivate-your-pursuit-of-cosmetic-surgerywebmaster@plasticsurgery.orgHow Your Race, Age and Income Motivate Your Pursuit of Cosmetic SurgeryAs the population of the United States becomes more diverse, so too do the attitudes toward plastic surgery and individual motivations in seeking aesthetic work. Now plastic surgeons put these factors under the microscope as a way to better understand their patients and expand their outreach.Thu, 30 Apr 2020 17:00:00 -0500x32281https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/press-releases/new-study-reports-how-to-achieve-a-better-jawline-without-the-downtimewebmaster@plasticsurgery.orgDermal Fillers Restore Youthful Facial Movement, Don't Just Fill WrinklesA strong, well-defined chin and jawline are common trademarks of a youthful appearance, so it's little surprise that as people age and accumulate excess fat in the lower face and neck – creating the appearance of jowls – that patients cite this lack of definition as a common aesthetic concern.Mon, 30 Mar 2020 17:00:00 -0500x32280https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/press-releases/new-therapeutic-approach-to-facial-feminization-surgery-for-transgender-womenwebmaster@plasticsurgery.orgNew Therapeutic Approach to Facial Feminization Surgery for Transgender WomenFacial Feminization Surgery (FFS), or Facial Gender Confirmation Surgery, is one of the fastest-growing areas in plastic surgery, with major advances in surgical techniques improving outcomes for transgender patients during the past decade. Still, there’s a lack of guidance on how best to meet the complex needs – from initial evaluation through postoperative follow-up care – of this patient group.Mon, 30 Mar 2020 17:00:00 -0500x32279https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/press-releases/what-we-learned-after-5000-nonsurgical-rhinoplastieswebmaster@plasticsurgery.orgWhat We Learned After 5,000 Nonsurgical RhinoplastiesAs patients continue to seek noninvasive treatments across the cosmetic spectrum, "liquid rhinoplasty" is emerging as the nonsurgical alternative to the traditional nose job. Using dermal fillers to change the appearance of the nose, nonsurgical rhinoplasty is gaining in popularity due to its relatively low cost, convenience and short recovery time.Wed, 26 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600x32278https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/press-releases/omega-3-fatty-acids-may-prevent-breast-implant-complications-like-capsular-contracturewebmaster@plasticsurgery.orgOmega-3 Fatty Acids May Prevent Breast Implant Complications, Like Capsular ContractureFor women receiving breast implants during reconstructive or cosmetic breast surgery, scarring around the implant – called capsular contracture – is a common, costly, and painful complication. The anti-inflammatory effects of omega-3 fatty acids, found in fish oil, might help to avoid abnormal capsule formation.Wed, 26 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600x32171https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/press-releases/american-society-of-plastic-surgeons-concerned-by-latest-bill-addressing-unanticipated-out-of-network-billingwebmaster@plasticsurgery.orgAmerican Society of Plastic Surgeons Concerned by Latest Bill Addressing Unanticipated Out-of-Network BillingThe House Ways and Means Committee passed legislation that purports to solve the out-of-network billing problem, but in fact unfairly advantages insurance companies at the expense of patient access to care.Wed, 12 Feb 2020 18:00:00 -0600x32155https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/press-releases/new-study-examines-the-accuracy-of-plastic-surgery-videos-on-social-mediawebmaster@plasticsurgery.orgNew Study Examines the Accuracy of Plastic Surgery Videos on Social MediaSocial media is a tremendous influence on patients and YouTube has emerged as an essential platform for reaching people interested in plastic surgery.Tue, 28 Jan 2020 18:00:00 -0600x32154https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/press-releases/dermal-fillers-restore-youthful-facial-movement-dont-just-fill-wrinkleswebmaster@plasticsurgery.orgDermal Fillers Restore Youthful Facial Movement, Don't Just Fill WrinklesUsed for facial rejuvenation, dermal fillers do more than just fill in wrinkles. According to a new study in the February issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), they also restore a more youthful pattern of facial movement and expressiveness.Tue, 28 Jan 2020 18:00:00 -0600x32080https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/press-releases/new-study-reports-uplifting-technique-for-bald-mens-faceswebmaster@plasticsurgery.orgNew Study Reports Uplifting Technique for Bald Men's FacesSome males are embracing baldness; however, without a hairline, bald men who desire a facelift have a difficult time hiding their scars.Mon, 23 Dec 2019 18:00:00 -0600x32082https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/press-releases/nipple-by-number-device-helps-plastic-surgeons-perform-3d-nipple-tattooswebmaster@plasticsurgery.org'Nipple By Number' Device Helps Plastic Surgeons Perform 3D Nipple TattoosThe Nipple By Number device was developed to provide plastic surgeons with a way of performing 3D nipple tattoos as an office procedure.Mon, 23 Dec 2019 18:00:00 -0600x32074https://www.plasticsurgery.org/news/press-releases/american-society-of-plastic-surgeons-opposes-surprise-billing-provisions-in-lower-health-care-costs-actwebmaster@plasticsurgery.orgAmerican Society of Plastic Surgeons Opposes Surprise Billing Provisions in Lower Health Care Costs ActThe American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) strongly opposes the surprise billing provisions within the Lower Health Care Costs Act agreement announced yesterday by Senator Lamar Alexander (R-TN), Representative Frank Pallone (D-NJ), and Representative Greg Walden (R-OR).Wed, 11 Dec 2019 18:00:00 -0600